an otherwise dingy urban landscape on the front side of this building kept hidden this doorway on the back. i was captivated by the shape of the entrance, it seemed out of context to the buildings around.
This is a subject that cries out for a sharper rendering. I recently purchased a Holga, and I'm having a lot of fun with it. Love doing stuff like cemeteries, sailboats, etc. This is a very interesting photo, but I feel that another tool could have been used to better advantage. Keep shooting my friend!
I have to disagree with Don Mills -- yes, I can see this being done with a view camera using swings and front rise to bring everything into architectural perfection, but I think the image is actually stronger with the corner softening and DOF limitations; they give a dream-like quality that could only be achieved with the high end equipment by deliberately making "wrong" movements. I would have liked to see another half stop or so exposure to pick up texture in the shadowed walk area, but perhaps its there in the print and just not picked up by the scan (and yes, I know, you don't have that much exposure control with a Holga -- if it were me, I'd have shot this scene with my Speedex Jr., which would give that control, but then I'd have lost the edge softening and some of the atmosphere). A little careful dodging might do the job, if there's anything in the negative there...
Photrio.com contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. To read our full affiliate disclosure statement please click Here.
PHOTRIO PARTNERS EQUALLY FUNDING OUR COMMUNITY:
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.